Notice of Availability for the Renewal of an Expired Section 10(a)(1)(B) Permit for Incidental Take of the Golden-Cheeked Warbler in Travis County, TX (Caster), 70091 [05-22964]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 223 / Monday, November 21, 2005 / Notices Room 700, Arlington, Virginia 22203; fax 703/358–2281. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Division of Management Authority, telephone 703/358–2104. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Endangered Species The public is invited to comment on the following applications for a permit to conduct certain activities with endangered species. This notice is provided pursuant to Section 10(c) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). Written data, comments, or requests for copies of these complete applications should be submitted to the Director (address above). Applicant: Robin D. Nations, Brookhaven, MS, PRT–110370. The applicant requests a permit to import the sport-hunted trophy of one cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) taken in Namibia, for the purpose of enhancement of the survival of the species. Applicant: National Zoological Park, DC, PRT–107677. The applicant requests a permit to export serum samples from one male captive Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) to the Rotterdam Zoo, the Netherlands for the purpose of enhancement of the survival of the species/scientific research. Applicant: Woodland Park Zoological Gardens, Seattle, WA, PRT–108484. The applicant requests a permit to import semen samples from one male captive Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) from Canada for the purpose of breeding and enhancement of the survival of the species. Applicant: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Cincinnati, OH, PRT–108598. The applicant requests a permit to import semen samples from blackfooted cats (Felis nigripes) from South Africa for the purpose of breeding and enhancement of the survival of the species. Applicant: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, Pittsburgh, PA, PRT–108766. The applicant requests a permit to import four live captive-born African wild dogs (Lycos pictus) from the De Wildt Cheetah Centre, in South Africa for the purpose of breeding and enhancement of the survival of the species. Applicant: John D. Smith, Metter, GA, PRT–114211. The applicant requests a permit to import the sport-hunted trophy of one male bontebok (Damaliscus pygargus pygargus) culled from a captive herd VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:51 Nov 18, 2005 Jkt 208001 maintained under the management program of the Republic of South Africa, for the purpose of enhancement of the survival of the species. Applicant: Kole Productions, Inc., Las Vegas, NV, PRT–111429, 111430. The applicant requests permits to export two captive-born tigers (Panthera tigris) to worldwide locations for the purpose of enhancement of the species through conservation education. The permit numbers and animals are: PRT– 111429, ‘‘Kirra,’’ and 111430, ‘‘Sedona.’’ This notification covers activities to be conducted by the applicant over a threeyear period and the import of any potential progeny born while overseas. Dated: October 28, 2005. Monica Farris, Senior Permit Biologist, Branch of Permits, Division of Management Authority. [FR Doc. 05–23010 Filed 11–18–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4310–55–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Fish and Wildlife Service Notice of Availability for the Renewal of an Expired Section 10(a)(1)(B) Permit for Incidental Take of the Golden-Cheeked Warbler in Travis County, TX (Caster) SUMMARY: On September 24, 1999, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) issued a section 10(a)(1)(B) permit, pursuant to Section 10(a) of the Endangered Species Act (Act), for incidental take of the golden-cheeked warbler (GCW) (Dendroica chrysoparia) to John and Christine Caster (Applicants). The permit (TE–012423) was for a period of five years and expired on September 24, 2004. The requested permit renewal will extend the permit expiration by five years from the date the permit is reissued. DATES: To ensure consideration, written comments must be received on or before December 21, 2005. ADDRESSES: Persons wishing to review the request for extension, former incidental take permit, or other related documents may obtain a copy by written or telephone request to Scott Rowin, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Sevice, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758, (512/490–0057 ext. 224). Documents will be available for public inspection by written request, or by appointment only, during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the Fish and Wildlife Service Austin Office. Comments concerning the request for renewal should be submitted in writing to the Field Supervisor at the PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 70091 above address. Please refer to permit number TE–012423–0 when submitting comments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Rowin at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Austin Office, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758, (512/490–0057 ext. 224) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 9 of the Act prohibits the ‘‘taking’’ of endangered species such as the GCW. However, the Service, under limited circumstances, may issue permits to take endangered wildlife species incidental to, and not the purpose of, otherwise lawful activities. Regulations governing permits for endangered species are at 50 CFR 17.22. This notice is provided pursuant to Section 10(c) of the Act and National Environmental Policy Act regulations (40 CFR 1506.6). Applicant: John and Christine Caster plan to construct a single family residence (SFR) on their 10-acre lot located adjacent to City Park Road in Austin, Travis County, Texas. The construction of a SFR on approximately one acre of the 10-acre lot will eliminate less than one acre of GCW habitat and indirectly impact less than four additional acres of habitat. The original permit included, and the Applicants continue to propose to compensate for, incidental take of the GCW by providing $1,500 to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, and placing a perpetual conservation easement on the remaining approximately nine acres to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. Since this property is located within the acquisition boundaries of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, it will add additional acreage to the preserve. The Applicants have agreed to follow all of the existing permit terms and conditions. If renewed, all of the permit terms and conditions will remain the same, and no additional take will be authorized. Larry G. Bell, Acting Regional Director, Region 2, Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Fish and Wildlife Service


Notice of Availability for the Renewal of an Expired Section 
10(a)(1)(B) Permit for Incidental Take of the Golden-Cheeked Warbler in 
Travis County, TX (Caster)

SUMMARY: On September 24, 1999, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 
(Service) issued a section 10(a)(1)(B) permit, pursuant to Section 
10(a) of the Endangered Species Act (Act), for incidental take of the 
golden-cheeked warbler (GCW) (Dendroica chrysoparia) to John and 
Christine Caster (Applicants). The permit (TE-012423) was for a period 
of five years and expired on September 24, 2004. The requested permit 
renewal will extend the permit expiration by five years from the date 
the permit is reissued.

DATES: To ensure consideration, written comments must be received on or 
before December 21, 2005.

ADDRESSES: Persons wishing to review the request for extension, former 
incidental take permit, or other related documents may obtain a copy by 
written or telephone request to Scott Rowin, U.S. Fish and Wildlife 
Sevice, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78758, (512/490-
0057 ext. 224). Documents will be available for public inspection by 
written request, or by appointment only, during normal business hours 
(8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at the Fish and Wildlife Service Austin Office. 
Comments concerning the request for renewal should be submitted in 
writing to the Field Supervisor at the above address. Please refer to 
permit number TE-012423-0 when submitting comments.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Rowin at the U.S. Fish and 
Wildlife Service Austin Office, 10711 Burnet Road, Suite 200, Austin, 
Texas 78758, (512/490-0057 ext. 224)

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 9 of the Act prohibits the 
``taking'' of endangered species such as the GCW. However, the Service, 
under limited circumstances, may issue permits to take endangered 
wildlife species incidental to, and not the purpose of, otherwise 
lawful activities. Regulations governing permits for endangered species 
are at 50 CFR 17.22. This notice is provided pursuant to Section 10(c) 
of the Act and National Environmental Policy Act regulations (40 CFR 
1506.6).
    Applicant: John and Christine Caster plan to construct a single 
family residence (SFR) on their 10-acre lot located adjacent to City 
Park Road in Austin, Travis County, Texas. The construction of a SFR on 
approximately one acre of the 10-acre lot will eliminate less than one 
acre of GCW habitat and indirectly impact less than four additional 
acres of habitat. The original permit included, and the Applicants 
continue to propose to compensate for, incidental take of the GCW by 
providing $1,500 to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, and placing a 
perpetual conservation easement on the remaining approximately nine 
acres to the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve. Since this property is 
located within the acquisition boundaries of the Balcones Canyonlands 
Preserve, it will add additional acreage to the preserve. The 
Applicants have agreed to follow all of the existing permit terms and 
conditions. If renewed, all of the permit terms and conditions will 
remain the same, and no additional take will be authorized.

Larry G. Bell,
Acting Regional Director, Region 2, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
[FR Doc. 05-22964 Filed 11-18-05; 8:45 am]
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